How to Make Grilled Harissa Chicken Thighs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled Harissa Chicken Thighs are a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner. This recipe takes tender, juicy chicken thighs and marinates them in a spicy and smoky harissa sauce before grilling them to perfection. The result is a dish that is bursting with bold, zesty flavors and is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe rotation.

Harissa is a North African chili pepper paste that is commonly used in Middle Eastern and North Afric...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons harissa spice blend (powder)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 4 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon harissa
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine harissa spice blend, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic in a small bowl. Rub spice mixture over chicken thighs, including under the skin. Refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours. Remove from refrigerator 20 minutes before grilling.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil grate.
  • Place chicken thighs on the hot grill, skin side down, and grill for 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the chicken over and grill on the other side for 3 to 4 minutes. Continue flipping every 3 to 4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF, about 20 to 25 minutes total. Remove chicken to a plate and cover with foil; let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine harissa seasoning, honey, and melted butter for glaze in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until mixture is heated through and has a thinned consistency, about 10 seconds. Drizzle over chicken and serve.
  • Nutrition

    259 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 208mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 140mg